The Asian American Network for Cancer Awareness, Research and Training and the American Cancer Society have
launched the Asian and Pacific Islander Cancer Education Material, APICEM,
web portal, as a searchable online database of Asian language cancer materials. The Asian and Pacific Islander Cancer
Education Materials Web destination is designed to help Asians and Pacific Islanders with limited English-speaking
abilities gain access to information on how to reduce their risks from preventable malignancies, including cancers of
the breast, cervix, colon, liver, lung and stomach. APICEM provides links to participating websites that have Asian or
Pacific Islander education materials. The materials referenced have been screened by the participating websites for
medical accuracy and cultural relevance.Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
Asian language cancer information web portal launched
The Asian American Network for Cancer Awareness, Research and Training and the American Cancer Society have
launched the Asian and Pacific Islander Cancer Education Material, APICEM,
web portal, as a searchable online database of Asian language cancer materials. The Asian and Pacific Islander Cancer
Education Materials Web destination is designed to help Asians and Pacific Islanders with limited English-speaking
abilities gain access to information on how to reduce their risks from preventable malignancies, including cancers of
the breast, cervix, colon, liver, lung and stomach. APICEM provides links to participating websites that have Asian or
Pacific Islander education materials. The materials referenced have been screened by the participating websites for
medical accuracy and cultural relevance.
